THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE

THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE

Daycare·2004 E MAIN ST, BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
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About THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE

THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE is a licensed daycare serving families in Bridgeport, CT. The program operates as a center-based facility with dedicated classrooms, multiple staff members, and structured daily routines. Connecticut child care centers are licensed by the OEC, with required ratios of 1:4 for infants and 1:4 for toddlers, among the strictest in the country. THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE holds license #DCCC.70655, verified through CT OEC. THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE has 8 parent reviews on Google with a 4.5-star average. Many centers offer part-time schedules (3 days/week or half days), which can significantly reduce costs while still giving your child regular socialization

Last updated April 2026

Daycare Services

Services offered by THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE:

  • Infant And Toddler Care
  • Full-day childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
  • Structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum
  • Nutritious meals and snacks included in tuition
  • Safe outdoor play areas and indoor learning spaces
  • Nap and rest time with supervised quiet activities
  • Regular progress updates and parent communication

Service Area

THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE serves Bridgeport and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Bridgeport — FAQ

How do I verify a daycare's license in Bridgeport?

Use the CT Office of Early Childhood licensing lookup at portal.ct.gov/oec to verify a center is currently licensed and check its inspection history. Licensed Bridgeport centers must post their OEC license prominently. Connecticut also publishes Quality Counts ratings, which go beyond basic licensing to assess curriculum, staff qualifications, and family engagement — look for Care4Kids-accepted providers if you need subsidy assistance.

How much does daycare cost in Bridgeport?

Daycare in Bridgeport typically costs $1200-$2400 per month. Infant care costs 20-40% more than toddler/preschool rates. Many centers offer sibling discounts of 10-15% and multi-day discounts for full-week enrollment. Infant rooms cost 20-40% more than toddler or preschool rooms because state ratios require more staff — CT requires 1 caregiver for every 4 infants, compared to 1:7 for preschool-age children.

Questions to Ask When You Visit

Before choosing a daycare provider, bring this list to your visit or call.

  1. 1What is your staff-to-child ratio, and how does it compare to state requirements?
  2. 2What does a typical day look like for my child's age group?
  3. 3How do you handle illnesses, allergies, and medication administration?
  4. 4What training and certifications do your caregivers hold?
  5. 5How do you communicate daily updates to parents?
  6. 6What is your policy on discipline and conflict resolution?
  7. 7Can I drop in unannounced during the day to check on my child?

Daycare Costs in Connecticut

Average daycare cost for toddlers in CT: $800-1,400/month. Rates vary by provider, location, and hours needed.

Financial Assistance

Care 4 Kids: Connecticut's Care 4 Kids program helps eligible families pay for childcare while they work or attend school. The program covers licensed family childcare, center-based care, and before/after school programs.

Apply for Care 4 KidsHelpline: 1-888-214-5437

Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).

Provider data verified through CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and Google Business Profiles. Last updated April 2026.

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Credentials

Licensed

License Verified

License #DCCC.70655
StatusACTIVE
Expires2026-07-31

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

3
Total Inspections
0
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2025Corrective action

11 citations across 3 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

shock absorbing materials under and around1x
maintenance program1x
Outdoor Protected/Fenced1x
Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents1x
Enrollment Information1x
View recent citations
Feb 25, 2025
Indoor climbing play equipment- shock absorbing materials under and around
Indoor play equipment for climbing shall have a shock absorbing surface, under and around, that shall effectively cushion the fall of a child. Carpet is not considered a shock absorbing surface.
Feb 25, 2025
Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
For programs serving children younger than school age, the building, equipment and furnishings shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures th
Feb 25, 2025
Outdoor Protected/Fenced
The outdoor play area shall be protected from traffic, bodies of water, gullies and other hazards by barriers in a manner safe for children. Fences used to protect children from hazards shall be at le
Dec 12, 2023
Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents
The operator shall document that the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility have been discussed with the child's parent(s) prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the peri
Dec 12, 2023
Enrollment Information
The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available a

2 investigations on record

Data from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) public records. Updated April 2026.

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